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Asbestos Garage Roof Removal in Merstham
Asbestos garage roof removal for properties in Merstham and Surrey: asbestos garage roof removal, with the sheets wrapped and taken away, with written paperwork.
- Double garages
- Storm-damaged sheets
- Old, cracked sheets
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How asbestos garage roof removal works in Merstham
Removal leaves the garage open to the weather, so have the replacement roof planned first. Mention your plans when you get in touch. Common materials are corrugated roof sheets, ridge pieces and bargeboards, and people usually contact us about lean-tos and carports and concrete-panel garages.
Garages around Merstham may be bigger than in towns, so tell us the size and send photos. Every job comes with paperwork, which is useful when you sell, let or build.
- Area
- Merstham (RH1)
- Area hub
- Surrey
- What we do
- Corrugated cement roofs taken off whole
- You receive
- Consignment note for the sheets
- Quote
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Last updated
- 26 October 2026
What we do and do not cover
Some limits to bear in mind:
- Brick walls and slabs are a builder’s job
- We remove the asbestos roof; the new roof is usually a separate job
- Block garages may involve several owners or a landlord
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
Materials we see
- Roof felt
- Fixings and bolts
- Corrugated cement sheets
- Bargeboards
- Cement wall panels
- Ridge pieces
- Gutters and downpipes
DIY and asbestos
Fragile roofs are a serious falls risk, as well as an asbestos risk, so stay off it.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
What it might be made of
Gutters and downpipes
They’re removed whole where possible.
Corrugated sheets
Corrugated asbestos cement sheets are the main part of most garage roofs. They’re kept damp and lowered whole.
Asbestos garage roofs around Merstham
Merstham is about 2 miles north of Redhill, in Surrey. In Merstham, we hear from homeowners, landlords and businesses about all kinds of jobs. Merstham is one of 395 places in Surrey we cover. Our area stretches from Merstham to Crawley (11 miles away).
In Merstham, many garages and sheds were added decades ago, often with cement roofs. If you let a house with a garage near Merstham station, check what the roof is made of before arranging repairs. Merstham is within about 8 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, where garages often sit alongside barns and outbuildings with similar roofs.
This part of Surrey takes in RH1. From London Road North, Shepherd's Hill and Church Hill or anywhere nearby, we can help. For properties just outside Merstham, we cover South Merstham (1 mile south), Gatton (1 mile south-west), Holmethorpe (1 mile south), Hooley (2 miles north) and Netherne on-the-Hill (2 miles north). Within a short drive, we also work in Epsom (7 miles north-west), Horley (6 miles south), Ewell (7 miles north-west), Reigate (3 miles south-west), Walton-on-Thames (14 miles north-west) and Caterham (3 miles north-east).
Other landmarks nearby include Surrey Fire Museum (2.8 miles south-west) and Bletchingley Castle (2.8 miles south-east). Within reach you will find South London Downs National Nature Reserve and Colley Hill.
- Local schools include Merstham Park School (0.9 miles south) and East Surrey College (1.4 miles south-west)
Duty holders and landlords in Merstham
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Merstham must manage asbestos under regulation 4 of the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
If you own a block of garages or outbuildings that you let should find out whether the roofs are asbestos cement, before repairs are arranged.
What it costs
When we quote, we look at:
- The survey scope
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Licensed or non-licensed
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
A price that looks too good to be true often is: controls, protective equipment, laboratory fees and legal disposal all cost money.
Photos that help
To help us quote quickly, send:
- Visible markings
- Where we could park
- A clear close-up
- Cracks or breaks
The quickest way to a quote is to send photos and the postcode: just ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
Step by step
After removal, we clean up and check for debris, then load the wrapped waste. Before we start, we walk through the job with you and answer any questions. Late-December sunset in Merstham is about 3:55pm, so we start early on winter roof jobs.
- Send photos of the garage and the roof
- We confirm the material, testing a sample if needed
- We quote for the removal and disposal
- We remove the sheets carefully
- The sheets are wrapped and taken away, and you get the consignment note
How to prepare
- Clear belongings, but leave the material alone
- Mention any damage before we arrive
- Leave the suspect material alone until we arrive
Ask for a quote
Each job is priced individually. To start, ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
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What happens next
Share the paperwork with your builder.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Empty the garage, but leave the roof alone
- Let us know where we can park
- Plan the new roof before removal
- Keep pets and children inside
Don’ts
Keep weight off the roof.
Never cut or break the sheets.
Towns and villages near Merstham
Weighing up your options
Paint or overclad instead? It can work on a sound roof, but preparing it without disturbing the surface is the hard part. Our guide covers the options. When comparing quotes, check what’s included: the scope, the method, the waste and the paperwork.
Why us?
- Reports and results you can share
- Accredited laboratory results
- Across London and the South East
- Clear written quotes
Read how we quote and our cost guide.
Merstham: your questions answered
Do you cover Merstham from London?
We cover Merstham, about 16 miles from central London.
My garage in Merstham has a grey corrugated roof. Is it asbestos?
Many garages built before 2000 have asbestos cement roofs, but not all. A sample test will tell you.
Is asbestos dangerous?
Asbestos is a hazard when its fibres get into the air. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
Can the roof be overclad?
It can be done on a sound roof, but preparation must not disturb the surface. Never jet-wash or wire-brush it.
What happens to the old roof sheets?
Each sheet is wrapped, labelled and taken away for disposal at a permitted site.
What should I do if I’ve disturbed asbestos?
Stop work, leave the area and do not try to clean up. Then ask for advice; if you are worried about your health, speak to your GP.
Can you advise before I buy a property?
Yes. A pre-purchase survey tells you what’s there before you exchange, as long as the seller agrees.
What if the weather’s bad?
That depends: indoor jobs are not affected, but outdoor removal may be rescheduled for safety.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Work planned to the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012 and HSE guidance
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site